Solo travel is becoming more and more popular. And there are many advantages of such an unusual vacation: a person can get to know more closely the culture of the country in which he is staying, he does not depend on anyone, and therefore he goes to see exactly those sights that he, and not the guide, wants to see. Well, in general, being alone on vacation turns out to be very useful: this way a person can completely relax and be alone with himself.
The hunt for a change of places takes possession of all people, without exception: you want to change the environment, see new places, see family and friends. And I also want to go somewhere in nature, to the sea. In summer, sometimes people are easier to climb than in other seasons. Although the real traveler does not care about the weather conditions. If he decided to go somewhere, then he will definitely hit the road.
A few years ago, it was customary to travel in companies on vacation, whether it was an excursion, a trip to the sea or just a trip to nature. It was believed that spending time with friends is much more interesting and enjoyable than going on vacation alone. But now, solo travel is becoming a trend. After all, such a tourist is not attached to anything: he does not need to adhere to a certain schedule, he does not need to keep up with the guide. In addition, when traveling alone, there is an opportunity to temporarily disconnect from problems, reconsider some of your views and enjoy a calm or, conversely, extreme vacation. As you like.
The solo traveler has many advantages. Here are just a few of them:
- you can significantly save on travel: tickets for one are cheaper than buying them for a family;;
- one person can easily live inexpensively in a hostel (it can be quite problematic to accommodate several people in one place at once);
- a single tourist decides for himself when to wake up, what to do, where and when to go.
However, such a vacation has its drawbacks:
- renting a car or a room, a hotel room is much more expensive per person;
- one can be scared to visit some, especially "hot" places;
- It can be difficult to capture all of your hikes: the selfie camera does not always capture the entire panorama.
The best ideas and itineraries for the lonely tourist
If you want to travel alone, no matter how many days you are going to switch to a wave of relaxation, it is advisable to first select the most suitable options for yourself and calculate your capabilities, including financial ones.
Prague
The oldest and most beautiful European city, Prague, offers the lone traveler many interesting opportunities. For example, arrange your life in the "Middle Ages", dressing up in a knight's outfit (you can rent it or pick up something similar from your wardrobe in advance). To get to that ancient era, it is recommended to go to the area of Letenskaya Street - on the other bank of the Vltava, or to rent an apartment in the vicinity of the Mustek metro station. It is desirable that it be an apartment located in an old building. In this case, it will be possible to completely plunge into the Middle Ages. The price of housing in these places is approximately 35 euros per day. And it is best to spend your leisure time here walking with a camera along the medieval streets of the Old Town.
For lovers of good food, you can offer to arrange a gastronomic trip and taste national dishes of Czech cuisine - a variety of dumplings, sausages and world-famous beer. And if you like mysticism, feel free to plan your route, following the works of Kafka and local legends about Prague Gomel. It will be equally interesting to stroll through the parks of Prague. It is best to do this in spring or summer: this time of the year is very beautiful in the Czech Republic. The advantages of traveling in Prague are that there is a high level of security, and the tourist may not be afraid of being deceived or robbed.
Israel
For those who want to quickly move from winter to summer, we can suggest going to Israel - a great place for traveling in splendid isolation. Jerusalem is a good option if you want to touch the history of religions or you need to think about your life. Noisy and lively Tel Aviv is suitable for connoisseurs of modern relaxation. To gain strength, relax and escape from problems, it is recommended to visit the coast of the Red or Dead Sea. But the traveler needs to remember that Israel is not a cheap country. The average lunch price here is at least 20 euros. Hotels, cafes and supermarkets can also lighten the lone tourist's wallet.
Marseilles
Located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, the romantic port city of Marseille is perfect for relaxation for those in love with the sea and romantic travelers. Restaurants will delight tourists with seafood and the famous Marseille soup bouillabaisse
From the observation deck on the mountain to the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Guardians, a unique view opens up of the famous If prison, located in the sea, and the city of Marseille. Accommodation in this city is most profitable in small hostels and boarding houses near the Old Port. Accommodation prices are posted here on special signs. As a rule, the cost of a bed per day starts from 25 euros. Experienced travelers do not advise to deviate from tourist routes: a lonely passer-by can become an easy "prey" for numerous illegal residents of Marseille, refugees from Africa and other countries, who are extremely unfriendly towards tourists.
Istanbul
Istanbul is the ideal city for the solo tourist. There are a lot of sights here, which are very difficult to get around in a few days. Therefore, you should first decide on the route and carefully plan your trip. What to look for when traveling in Istanbul? First of all, take a walk along the Golden Horn. Then - go down the narrow old streets from Taksim to the Galata bridge. Drink real Turkish tea in Sultanahmet Square. Then go to one of the local eateries and order a fiery adan kebab and fried samsa. It is best to stop for accommodation in hotels and hostels in the Sultanahmet area, where a room costs from 15 euros per day. This amount, as a rule, includes breakfast. So this is one of the best options. Girls - single travelers - need to be very careful: in Turkey there are many "male" cafes and shops, where the fair sex is not served. As offensive as it may be, this established rule in the country will have to be reckoned with.
Yerevan. Armenia
Armenians have always been famous for their hospitality. Therefore, if you want to be well received in the country, fed and helped without hesitation, go to Yerevan. There is no need to apply for a visa to Armenia, and the flight from Moscow will take on average two hours. There are many advantages of traveling to Yerevan: delicious food, excellent brandy, coffee and relatively low-cost housing: about 500-600 Russian rubles per day. And the best place to settle is between Northern Avenue, Republic Square and the area of the opera house. These are the most convenient neighborhoods for walking and, importantly, the safest.
Russian beauty
However, in Russia there are also many interesting and beautiful places where you can relax alone. Among them:
- Davgak City of the Dead - an ancient complex of crypts located among picturesque rocks;
- Vyshny Volochok in the Tver region, formed during the reign of Peter the Great, and which is called the Russian Venice because of the large number of canals;
- the most beautiful untouched Komi forests, located in the north of the Ural Mountains;
- Reserve Krasnoyarskie Stolby on the right bank of the Yenisei, intended for hiking,
For lovers of extreme
For fans of "increased adrenaline" the following options are suitable. Those who like to tickle their nerves on vacation can be invited to go to the Sikhote-Alin Nature Reserve in the Primorsky Territory and get to know the brown Himalayan bear, Amur tiger, wild boar, Far Eastern forest cat, Amur goral and other equally interesting animals living there. It is not for nothing that they say about this reserve that this is a real "safari in Russian". Lovers of skiing, river rafting, helicopter excursions over volcanoes can be advised to go to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
